Nicotine polacrilex [1 mg and 2 mg pastille, 1 mg and 2 mg gum] for use as aid to decrease withdrawal symptoms triggered by tobacco cessation (smoking and smokeless tobacco products)

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HTA Council Recommendation (as of 17 May 2021)

As final recommendation, the HTA Council recommends the inclusion of Nicotine polacrilex [1 mg and 2 mg pastille, 1 mg and 2 mg gum] for use as aid to decrease withdrawal symptoms triggered by tobacco cessation (smoking and smokeless tobacco products) in the Philippine National Formulary (PNF).

Relevant Information

  • Status: With Final HTA Council Recommendation and SOH Decision
  • Topic Assignment: Internal Assessment
  • Secretary of Health Decision: Approved as of 20 May 2021

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